Lead Mechanical Engineer
Lead Mechanical Engineer - Precision Systems
About the role
A growing Australian engineering company working on advanced, high-technology hardware is looking for a Lead / Senior Mechanical Engineer to take ownership of precision mechanical design across its programs - the kind of engineer who thrives on tight tolerances, hard requirements, and hardware that has to perform reliably in demanding environments.
This is a Canberra-based, on-site role. We know the best person may not already live there, so relocation support is available for the right candidate anywhere in Australia.
What you'll do
- Own mechanical design of precision hardware from concept through to manufacture and test
- Lead structural and thermal analysis (FEA) to validate designs against demanding performance and environmental requirements
- Drive tolerance stack-ups, GD&T and design-for-manufacture on tight-tolerance assemblies
- Run design reviews and work across multiple engineering disciplines and manufacturing
- Engage suppliers on precision components, and take hardware from prototype to qualified build
What we're looking for
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar, with strong hands-on precision design experience
- A track record of designing to fine tolerances - we're interested in people from aerospace, semiconductor, defence, medical devices, scientific instruments, or other high-precision fields
- Strong FEA capability (ANSYS or similar) and CAD proficiency in SolidWorks
- Confidence owning designs end-to-end and, for the lead level, guiding other engineers
- Australian citizenship is required, as the role involves obtaining an Australian Government security clearance (sponsored on commencement)
You'll work on genuinely advanced technology in a fast-growing team, with real technical ownership from day one, relocation support, and a clear path to security clearance.
Applicants must be Australian citizens to be eligible for the required security clearance.
#J-18808-Ljbffr